"After months of preparation, analysis and film study from an offensive standpoint, it all comes down to whether the Cougars can protect quarterback Max Hall and give him time to throw the kinds of passes he wants to throw, [Robert ] Anae said. 'Blocking and ball security are the fundamentals against any team, but especially Oklahoma,' he said.

Coach Bronco Mendenhall, who acknowledged Monday that he has watched so much film of Oklahoma he practically has the roster memorized, said speed is the first thing that comes to mind." - Jay Drew, Salt Lake Tribune